Deaths on May 10

Sebastian Brant

Died on May 10, 1521

Sebastian Brant, German author (b. 1457)

Sebastian Brant (also Brandt) (1458 – 10 May 1521) was a German humanist and satirist. He is best known for his satire Das Narrenschiff (The Ship of Fools).

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7 Apr

Cebu (island)
Ferdinand Magellan arrives at Cebu.
17 Apr

Diet of Worms
Trial of Martin Luther over his teachings begins during the assembly of the Diet of Worms. Initially intimidated, he asks for time to reflect before answering and is given a stay of one day.
27 Apr

Ferdinand Magellan
Battle of Mactan: Explorer Ferdinand Magellan is killed by natives in the Philippines led by chief Lapu-Lapu.
23 Aug

Gustav I of Sweden
Christian II of Denmark is deposed as king of Sweden and Gustav Vasa is elected regent.
29 Aug

Nándorfehérvár
The Ottoman Turks capture Nándorfehérvár (Belgrade).

Deaths on May 10

Sebastian Brant

Died on May 10, 1521

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Events on 1521

Cebu (island)

Diet of Worms

Ferdinand Magellan

Gustav I of Sweden

Nándorfehérvár